2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 84 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Ibiza. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Cordoba | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Cordoba | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
